The Falls

The Falls will remain off indefinitely while City staff work on a long-term plan to preserve this community landmark. The recent evaluation showed repairs are needed to prevent further damage. 

Trail access remains open and safe for use. A full assessment with repair recommendations is expected by the end of the year. We’ll continue to share updates as they’re available. Thank you for your patience as we work to protect the Falls for years to come!

The city’s original falls (the namesake of the city) washed away in a flood in the 1800’s.

In 1987, a new falls was constructed upstream. The present 54-foot man-made waterfall is a multi-level cascade on the south bank of the Wichita River. The Falls can be seen by southbound motorists on I-44 as they cross the bridge over the river.

The Falls provides many wonderful photo opportunities, and it is also the site of many outdoor weddings each year. Parking areas are available just inside Lucy Park on Sunset Drive that have access to the concrete trail. It is about a 1-mile walk to the Falls and back. You can also park along the service road, which circles under the I-44 bridge over the Wichita River. The Falls Trail map shows how to access the parking areas.